Kneeling has long been thought of as impossible after a total knee replacement. In this video we discuss this as it may be within reach after all! A simple change has allowed us to improve our patient's ability to kneel after surgery
Implant Materials in a Knee Replacement
All of our knee replacements are Cobalt Chromium. The plastic is a highly specialised polyethylene. The composition of the implant is designed to increase longevity. Under an electron microscope, the surface of a CoBalt Chromium implant is extremely smooth. In a knee replacement, there is no metal touching metal, as the plastic sits between it.
Watch Dr Chien-Wen Liew discuss this topic.
Understanding the Implant Composition
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Will You Be Able to Kneel After Surgery?
We estimate that roughly 80% of our patients can now kneel after their procedure. Some factors that decrease the ability to kneel include other incisions/cuts on the skin that are placed at the front of the knee.
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Learn more about this procedure and what to expect during your consultation.